Jackson State beats D-II Lane College 58-7
- Cam’Ron McCoy made his first collegiate start, throwing two touchdown passes and rushing for two more scores.
- Jacobian Morgan came off the bench to complete 9 of 11 passes for 150 yards and two touchdowns.
- Jackson State's victory over Lane College marked a significant improvement in their season after a previous loss.
In a dominant performance, Jackson State showcased their offensive prowess against Lane College on Saturday night in Jackson, Mississippi. Cam’Ron McCoy, making his first collegiate start, excelled by throwing two touchdown passes and rushing for two additional scores. He completed 5 of 9 passes for 100 yards and added 107 rushing yards, including a notable 60-yard touchdown run that contributed to a commanding 31-0 lead by the end of the first quarter. Jacobian Morgan, who had previously started in the season opener, came off the bench to further bolster the Tigers' offense. He completed 9 of 11 passes for 150 yards and threw two touchdown passes, including a 4-yard touchdown to Kobe Paul that extended the lead to 45-0 in the first half. The Tigers scored on each of their first seven drives, demonstrating their offensive efficiency and control throughout the game. Lane College struggled significantly, failing to gain any momentum as they went three-and-out on their first six possessions, accumulating a total of minus-27 yards. Their only scoring opportunity came late in the game when Ike Brown managed a 2-yard touchdown run, capping the scoring at 58-7. This performance marked a significant bounce-back for Jackson State after their earlier loss in the season. The victory not only improved Jackson State's record to 1-1 but also highlighted the potential of their quarterback duo, McCoy and Morgan, as they look to build on this success in future games. The game served as a strong statement of their capabilities against a Division-II opponent.